T he first half was nearing a close, but the Washington Commanders still opted to run another play, hoping to add onto their 20-0 lead over the Carolina Panthers to really run awa

The Washington Commanders dominated the Carolina Panthers today despite losing quarterback Jayden Daniels to a rib injury. The team walked away with a 40-7 win, bringing them to the top of the NFC East.

Watch highlights from the Week 7 matchup between the Carolina Panthers and the Washington Commanders during the 2024 NFL season.

The Carolina Panthers’ 40-7 blowout loss to the Washington Commanders wasn’t just a defeat —it was a wake-up call. Head coach Dave Canales didn’t mince words in the aftermath, making it clear that there’s no room for excuses. His message to the fans and his team: the fundamentals need to be fixed, and quickly.

The Carolina Panthers have lost four consecutive blowouts. The quarterback position is currently a hot debate among fans and pundits, but Dave Canales isn’t wavering.

The Carolina Panthers still aren't ready to reboot quarterback Bryce Young. Head coach Dave Canales spoke with reporters this afternoon, a day after his team may have reached their newest low in a 40-7 loss to the Washington Commanders.